Bellingham, WA · Whatcom County
Deconstruction/Demolition Permit Application
Property owners or authorized applicants use this application to request a Bellingham permit for qualifying total or partial deconstruction or demolition projects.
What this form is
Bellingham requires a demolition permit for total demolitions of structures larger than 120 square feet and for partial demolitions not covered by a building permit. The application asks for property and project details, utility removal plans, debris disposal locations, contact information for responsible parties, and contractor or financing details when applicable. It also includes a certification for the owner or authorized signer.
Who needs it
Property owners or their authorized applicants need this application for qualifying total demolitions or partial demolitions not covered by a building permit.
How to submit it
Submit the application to the Permit Center, 210 Lottie Street, Bellingham, WA 98225, or email [email protected].
About notarization
This application is signed and dated without a notary; the signer certifies under penalty of perjury, and no notarized attachment is identified.
How to submit this form
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Download The Application
Download the Deconstruction/Demolition Permit Application PDF.
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Complete The Application
Enter property, project, utility, debris-disposal, and responsible-party information, as applicable.
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Gather Related Information
Provide contractor and financing details when applicable; the form identifies no required attachment.
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Submit To The Permit Center
Submit the application at 210 Lottie Street or email it to [email protected].
Frequently asked questions
- When is a demolition permit required?
- The application says a permit is required for total demolitions of structures larger than 120 square feet and for partial demolitions when the work is not covered by a building permit.
- What information does the application request?
- It asks for property and project details, utilities to be removed, debris disposal locations, responsible-party contact information, and contractor or financing information when applicable.
- Do I need a notary for the Deconstruction/Demolition Permit Application?
- No. The signer signs and dates the application and certifies under penalty of perjury; the form does not identify a notarized attachment.
- How do I submit the Deconstruction/Demolition Permit Application?
- Submit it to the Permit Center at 210 Lottie Street, Bellingham, WA 98225, or email it to [email protected].
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